Description

Diphenyl Ditelluride is an organotellurium compound with the formula (C₆H₅)₂Te₂, serving as a versatile reagent and catalyst precursor in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate key transformations, including free radical reactions and the synthesis of complex organometallic frameworks. This high-purity material is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for R&D and production.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used as a tellurium source and catalyst in various coupling and cyclization reactions.
• Free Radical Initiator: Facilitates controlled radical polymerization and other radical-mediated chemical processes.
• Precursor for Organometallic Compounds: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing other tellurium-containing complexes and catalysts.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential applications in semiconductors and novel electronic materials due to its tellurium content.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Cross-Coupling Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in palladium- and nickel-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphenyl Ditelluride
CAS No.	32294-60-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀Te₂
Molecular Weight	409.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(phenyl) ditelluride; Ditellurodibenzene; Diphenyl ditelluride; Phenyl ditelluride; Tellurodibenzene; (TeTe-Diphenyl) ditelluride; Di(phenyl) ditellurane; 1,2-Diphenylditellane
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Quality Control

Our Diphenyl Ditelluride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	62 - 66 °C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.